2026 'Podium Proposal' for NYSTIA Programming Consideration

Your NYSTIA colleagues and committees are planning an unprecedented year of virtual and live programming in 2026. Plans include a variety of formats, all of which are briskly paced, including: 

1. Briefings / Update: Short-form sharing of relevant, useful and/or interesting information from a single presenter. Usually presented either in rapid succession or as an 'intermezzo' program element transitioning between other programming components. 5 to 10 minutes
2. Webinars / Workshop: Structured presentations from an individual expert exploring a specific topic, usually followed by a case study that may involve a second individual. May feature Q&A and/or the opportunity to follow-up with the presenter. Ideal format for professional development. 10 to 30 minutes  
3. Round Table Discussion: Dynamic discussion featuring up to five participants and a moderator exploring a specific topic or issue. Each participant responds to questions posed by the moderator or from the audience. Less structured, more engaging/participatory than a panel discussion, guided by ongoing Q&A exchange and audience input. 30 to 50 minutes 
4. Panel Discussion: Structured, topic-specific presentations provided by a moderator and up to 3 additional panelists. Each panelist delivers concise remarks (6 to 8 minutes) sharing individual perspective, insights and experiences, followed by a Q&A session. 30 to 50 minutes
5. Keynote: Deeper dive into a core theme or topic by an expert presenter, often followed by Q&A and/or a panel or round table sharing related insights and experiences. 45 to 90 minutes